Yankee Mission

by Julian Stockwin

Book 25 in the Thomas Kydd series.

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The capture of HMS Java by USS Constitution demonstrates that American heavy frigates can defeat British ships in single combat. With Thunderer under repair, Kydd is given Tyger and ordered to challenge an American opponent on terms that will restore the Navy’s reputation.

Reaching the United States coast is easier than forcing an enemy to accept battle. Intelligence, blockade and deception become as important as gunnery until changing fortune places Kydd’s command and life at risk during the wider War of 1812.